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Stories that belong to the whole country rather than to one province.

Pakistan receives second Qatari LNG cargo this month
The Shandong Redwood berthed at the PGPL terminal on Wednesday, bringing temporary relief to a power sector strained by domestic gas disruptions.

Super El Nino threatens Pakistan with heat, drought in 2027
Researchers project 451,000 excess heat deaths worldwide through February 2027, with Pakistan among countries facing food insecurity and extreme temperatures.

Only two new retailers enter tax net under fixed scheme
The federal scheme aimed at bringing small shopkeepers into the tax system has collected Rs26 million against a Rs50 billion annual target, official data shows.
Pakistan determined to de-escalate US-Iran conflict, PM says
The prime minister's remarks were reported by TRT World and Anadolu Ajansı as tensions between Washington and Tehran remain high.

Senate chairman leaves for Belarus after foreign travel ban
Yousaf Raza Gilani's official visit comes a day after the Senate announced a three-month ban on foreign visits, with specified exceptions.

Dar urges OIC unity on Kashmir at UN General Assembly
Deputy prime minister tells OIC contact group that no election, law or demographic change can replace Kashmiri right to self-determination.
FIA flags 27 firms in Rs1.12tr tax exemption probe
Senate panel questions the investigation after FIA says it cannot locate the firms, seeks report within a month.

Saudi crude shipments to Pakistan resume via Red Sea
The restart of a key pipeline after drone attacks has eased fuel shortage fears as Pakistan relies on imported energy.

Fish exports rise 3.23 percent in first two months of FY27
Pakistan shipped 24,662 metric tons of fish and fish products worth $47.791 million in July-August, up from 22,433 metric tons a year earlier.

Dar urges OIC to keep Afghanistan on regional peace agenda
National Assembly Speaker separately told EU lawmakers that Afghanistan had become a hub of terrorism, according to reports.

Constitutional court adjourns PTI MNA disqualification case
A three-member bench led by Justice Aamir Farooq postponed the hearing for two weeks after Sohail Sultan's lawyer sought an adjournment.

FBR introduces special tax mechanism for social media earners
The rules set expense deduction limits, quarterly advance tax, and a separate income declaration for resident individuals earning from platforms.
PM says economy moving to recovery, army chief vows to end terror
Prime Minister says Pakistan is transitioning from stabilization to recovery and will sustain reforms, while the army chief has reaffirmed resolve to stamp out terrorism.

IMF chief says reforms helped Pakistan regain market access
Kristalina Georgieva met Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif at the UN General Assembly and credited reform implementation for stability and confidence.

PM reaffirms commitment to maritime security and environment
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Pakistan is working to build a competitive maritime sector in line with international standards.

PM Shehbaz says debt repayments squeeze developing world
He told a UN session on the Right to Development that climate disasters and debt servicing are reversing progress and called for international support.

Test players join departmental sides for President’s Trophy third round
Babar Azam, Saud Shakeel and Naseem Shah are among those joining departmental teams ahead of matches in Islamabad, Abbottabad and Peshawar.

Khawaja Asif warns PTI against attacking Islamabad
Defence minister says the capital is not Somnath and questions PTI's 13-year rule in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa ahead of September 27 march.

PTI decries raids, arrests in KP; Gohar urges dialogue
The party says two provincial ministers' homes were raided and an MNA was arrested ahead of its September 27 Islamabad march.

FBR to tax earnings from YouTube, TikTok, influencers
The move clarifies that existing tax law already covers digital content earnings and establishes a dedicated procedure for their assessment and collection.

Food exports rise 7.68pc in July-August, imports slow
Rice shipments drove the rebound as food imports grew only 2.23 per cent, according to Pakistan Bureau of Statistics data.

Pakistan tops Tent Pegging World Cup qualifier in Oman
The team won 455 points and six gold, five silver and two bronze medals to qualify for the World Cup in Jordan.

Karachi Umrah pilgrims get 15-day vaccination deadline extension
Travellers from Karachi may fly without influenza and meningitis shots until October 10, while Peshawar pilgrims have until October 14, officials said.
Pakistan reaches drone deal with Trump-backed firm selling to India
Al Jazeera reported the company's cofounder is a former Israeli soldier, and Pakistan does not recognise Israel.
Hesson: Pakistan ready to pressure India at Asian Games
Head coach says any meeting with India could come only in the October 3 final or bronze-medal match.
NCSW welcomes Christian family law bill in Sindh
The Church of Pakistan, however, has rejected similar bills in Sindh and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in their present form, Voicepk reported.

Millat Group to enter Pakistan electric bike market
The tractor maker plans to launch electric bikes and scooters next month, with swappable battery options and a nationwide service network.

New Toshakhana rules restrict gift acceptance by officials
The Cabinet Division notification requires open auctions, third-party audits and live coverage, with proceeds going to girls' education in underdeveloped areas.
Pakistan urges faster global climate finance as water system under strain
Finance minister tells New York meetings floods damage infrastructure, calls for easier climate fund access.

WorldCall Telecom restored to normal PSX counter
The NCCPL restored the telecom company's shares to the Normal Counter effective September 23, making them eligible again for margin financing and securities lending.